Bhopal, the capital of Madhya Pradesh, is set to host the “Invest MP Global Investor Summit” (GIS) 2025 on February 24-25, showcasing the state’s vast investment potential and bringing together global and domestic investors.
According to an official release, the state government has invited entrepreneurs from 60 countries to explore investment opportunities in Madhya Pradesh. The summit will feature the participation of 13 ambassadors, six high commissioners, and several consul generals from key strategic nations, strengthening international business ties.
Leading industrialists from across the country will also take part in the summit. Notable business leaders attending include Kumar Mangalam Birla, Chairman of Aditya Birla Group; Gautam Adani, Chairman of Adani Group; Nadir Godrej, Chairman and MD of Godrej Industries Limited; Piruz Khambatta, Group Chairman of Rasna Private Limited; Baba N Kalyani, Chairman and MD of Bharat Forge Limited; Rahul Awasthi, Global Head of Operations at Sun Pharmaceuticals Limited; and Neeraj Akhoury, CEO of ACC Limited.
The diplomatic delegation at GIS-2025 will include consul generals from Germany, Japan, Switzerland, and Malaysia, with senior representatives from the United Kingdom, Poland, the Netherlands, and Canada also present. Ambassadors from Nepal, Morocco, Zimbabwe, Angola, and Burkina Faso, along with high commissioners from Rwanda, Seychelles, Jamaica, Lesotho, and Uganda, have confirmed their participation.
The World Bank will play a pivotal role in GIS-2025, led by Country Director Auguste Tano Kouame and accompanied by senior specialists in infrastructure and digital transformation. The World Association of Investment Promotion Agencies (WAIPA) will also participate, represented by Deputy Executive Director Dushyant Thakor.
Several global trade and investment promotion agencies have confirmed their involvement, reflecting strong international interest in Madhya Pradesh. These include the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO), led by Director General Hiroyuki Kitamura; German Trade & Invest, represented by Director Seema Bharadwaj; Invest Ottawa; and top agencies from Italy, Canada, Australia (Austrade), and Malaysia (Matrade).
To attract investment, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav organized Regional Industry Conclaves across several divisions of Madhya Pradesh. He also held interactive sessions in major Indian cities and conducted international investment roadshows in the UK, Germany, and Japan.
These efforts have laid a robust foundation for regional industries and drawn global companies to explore investment opportunities in the state. The GIS-2025 summit is anticipated to boost economic growth in Madhya Pradesh by fostering key investments and partnerships with global players. With the participation of top industrialists, diplomatic representatives, and international trade organizations, the event is set to solidify Madhya Pradesh’s position as a leading investment hub in India.
